Definition for SUR-PRIS-ING

SUR-PRIS-ING, ppr.

  1. Falling on or taking suddenly or unawares; striking with something novel; taking by a sudden or unexpected attack.
  2. adj. Exciting surprise; extraordinary; of a nature to excite wonder and astonishment; as, surprising bravery; surprising patience; a surprising escape from danger.

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